Parent Orientation 2022

About

Each semester, the American University of Paris welcomes parents and families of incoming students to discover the University and campus life through AUP Parent Orientation. Through a series of virtual and in-person events, our faculty and staff will guide you through important topics and welcome you into our global community. 

Registration is required for all events. Please read on for the full schedule of events.

Virtual Events: Schedule

Zoom links will be sent to registered guests ahead of time. 

Thursday, August 11 -  AUP Campus Safety and Life In Paris

Join Vice President and Dean of Student Services Marc Montheard, Dean of Student Development Kevin Fore and Parent Relations Manager Dana Callaghan P'22 & P'25 to learn about safety on and off campus, campus security, health and wellness resources, housing, phones, banking, metro passes, life in Paris and ways to support your student from afar.

Tuesday, August 16  -  The AUP Curriculum Overview: Making the Most of Your Time at AUP (for parents of visiting and partner-program students)

Join Vice President Tim Rogers and Academic Advisor Vester Smith to learn more about classes and resources available to visiting and partner students, and how to support your students while they study at AUP.

Thursday, August 18  -  The AUP Curriculum: 21st Century Pathways (for parents of degree-seeking students)

Join Provost William Fisher, Director of Advising, Careers and Experiential Learning Director Darcee Caron, and Associate Dean for Academic Administration Christine Tomasek to learn how AUP provides an innovative, integrated, experiential learning experience that will propel students to meaningful careers.

Thursday, August 25  -  Landing Day & Orientation Overview

Join Vice President and Dean of Student Services Marc Montheard, Parent Relations Manager Dana Callaghan P ‘22 & P‘25, Residential Life Manager Jennifer Larsen, and Student Development Helpdesk Coordinator Yann Louis for a practical session on what students can expect upon arrival in Paris and during orientation week. We will cover the airport shuttle, checking into housing, an overview of the student orientation week and how to support your student as they take their next step in Paris.

Events in Paris: Schedule

Monday, August 29  -  Parent Welcome #1 (for parents and families of degree-seeking students)

Join President Sonya Stephens, Provost William Fisher, Vice President Tim Rogers and Parent Relations Manager Dana Callaghan P'22 & P'25 at the American Church in Paris.

Monday, August 29  -  New AUP Parent and Family Cocktail

Parents and families are invited to an evening of drinks and hors d'oeuvres at City Les Jardins de Saint Dominique. 

Tuesday, August 30  -  Parent Welcome #2 (for parents and families of visiting and partner students)

Join President Sonya Stephens, Provost William Fisher, Vice President Tim Rogers and Parent Relations Manager Dana Callaghan P'22 & P'25 at the American Church in Paris.

Activities Around Paris

During the in-person portion of Parent Orientation, guests will have the opportunity to attend special events, hosted by AUP's partners. These events often include tours, cooking classes and more! 

Please stay tuned for more information.